Confirmed cases of COVID-19 variants identified in UK, PHE (Updated 15th April 2021)

A new variant has been designated a Variant Under Investigation () by . The variant, first detected in India, includes a number of mutations including E484Q, L452R, and P681R. has identified 77 cases of this variant in the UK and all appropriate public health interventions will be undertaken, including enhanced contact tracing. This variant has been designated -21APR-01. and international partners continue to monitor the situation closely.
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